Travelers Commits Additional $100,000 to Hurricane Relief Efforts

October 09, 2017 08:30 AM Eastern Time

NEW YORK--(EON: Enhanced Online News)--The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV)
today announced that in light of the active and devastating storm
season, it is increasing the $500,000 already committed for hurricane
relief efforts by $100,000. These additional funds will primarily go to
help those affected in Puerto Rico recover from Hurricane Maria, with
contributions being made to Fondos Unidos de Puerto Rico and Team
Rubicon.

“Hurricane Maria’s devastation is still being felt, and our hearts are
with the people of Puerto Rico,” said Alan Schnitzer, Chairman and Chief
Executive Officer of Travelers. “We hope that by providing financial
support to two organizations that are on the ground, tirelessly
assisting in the ongoing relief efforts, we can help in reaching more of
those impacted and in accelerating the recovery effort.”

Fondos Unidos de Puerto Rico is part of the United Way worldwide
network. Based in San Juan, the nonprofit organization provides
supplies, programs and assistance for a wide range of recipients, from
students to senior citizens.

Team Rubicon specializes in disaster relief through the work of military
veterans who partner with first responders and medical agencies to
provide necessary aid.

About Travelers

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV)
is a leading provider of property casualty insurance for auto,
home
and business.
A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Travelers has
approximately 30,000 employees and generated revenues of approximately
$28 billion in 2016. For more information, visit www.travelers.com.

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